2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (166 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |